Sansibar Las Cabras Sansibar Selection 1992

Sansibar, the German bottler tied to the noted Sylt restaurant, selected this single cask Panamanian, a 1992 vintage aged twenty-five years in ex-bourbon and bottled at cask strength, 49.2%. A quarter century in barrel gives it real depth, while the natural proof keeps it lively rather than tired.

The nose is flattering and fruit-forward, caramel alongside orange and pineapple, with a sweet cane lift. The palate brings black pepper, young wood, cappuccino and pear, a more spirited profile than the years might suggest, finishing on pepper and pear. For a long-aged Panamanian it stays bright and fruity rather than heavy or over-oaked, the single cask showing both tropical sweetness and a peppery backbone. A characterful old single cask for drinkers who want maturity without the rum collapsing into syrupy softness, with enough strength and spice to keep it interesting neat.